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Elgin
Incl. Grabouw

of Grabouw or carry on through the
Houw Hoek Pass to discover Botrivier
and the exciting new wineries along
the route. You’ll enjoy the natural
beauty, vast open spaces and adven-
turous activities of the area.

Apart from being world-famous for the
export of apples, fruit and roses, the
region also boasts fantastic mountain
biking trails.

Wines from the Elgin Valley offer deli-
cate aromas and fruit character similar
to that of Burgundy due to the cool cli-
mate and slow ripening process. You’ll
also find many farm stalls and individ-
ual shops along the roads in this area,
many of which offers fresh goods to fill
a picnic basket.
Take the scenic N2 route from Cape Information offices
Town, pass Somerset West over Wines of Elgin
the breath-taking Sir Lowry’s pass Tel: +27 (0)60 843 0224
and discover the Elgin region. Visit www.winesofelgin.co.za
the charming apple and rose town

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